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A Legitimate Businessman (Gentleman Jack Burdette) Paperback – October 2, 2018

by Dale Nelson (Author)
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 119 ratings
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The job was too good to be true.$80 million in 90-seconds.What was the catch?To the authorities, he was “Gentleman” Jack, but nobody knew his identity and that was fine with him. With a new name and a passion for wine, Jack went legit. It was the dream he’d always had with each score he banked.There’s just one problem……everything he built was about to vanish.That’s when he got the call.But if he's going to pull off the most daring heist in history, Jack will have to stay one step ahead of the FBI, a gang of Serbian jewel thieves, his old crew and a dangerous Israeli diamond mogul.Based on the incredible true story of one of the most audacious jewelry heists in history.You’ll love this fast-paced heist thriller, because it’s hard to know who to trust in a world of thieves, where loyalty is worth more than diamonds.Get it now.
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  1. Book 1 of 3
    Gentleman Jack Burdette
  2. Print length
    260 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publication date
    October 2, 2018
  5. Dimensions
    6 x 0.65 x 9 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1726633470
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1726633475
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He stole $80 million in 90 seconds. Getting it was the easy part, getting away with it was something else...

Jack Burdette, a professional thief living a double life, is tipped to the biggest heist ever seen--a jewelry exhibition in the French Riviera worth eighty million dollars which has almost no security. Too good to be true, Jack passes. But when his accountant disappears with ten million dollars, Jack's legitimate business, his security and his way into civilian life could disappear with it. Knowing he can't turn to the police, Jack's only option to get back the money he's lost is to steal it.

The clock starts when Jack learns he's no longer the only one in on the score and he's not going to let a little thing like competition get in the way. But if he's going to pull off the most daring heist in history, Jack will have to stay one step ahead of the FBI, a gang of Serbian jewel thieves, his old crew and a dangerous Israeli diamond mogul.

Can this thief pull off the heist of a lifetime before his two lives come face to face?

A Legitimate Businessman is based on the largest, unsolved jewelry heist in history and is the first book in an exiting crime thriller series starring "Gentleman" Jack Burdette.

About the Author

Dale M. Nelson grew up outside of Tampa, Florida. He graduated from the University of Florida's College of Journalism and Communications and went on to serve as an officer in the United States Air Force. Following his military service, Dale worked in the defense, technology and telecommunications sectors before starting his writing career. He currently lives in Washington D.C. with his wife and daughters.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published (October 2, 2018)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 260 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1726633470
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1726633475
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.01 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.65 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 119 ratings

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Dale Nelson is the author of over a dozen crime and espionage novels. Dale graduated from the University of Florida's College of Journalism and Communications. Dale served as an officer in the United States Air Force, as a logistician and operations planner and deployed in the immediate aftermath of 9/11. Following his military service, Dale worked in the defense, technology and telecommunications sectors before starting his writing career. He currently lives in Washington D.C. with his wife and daughters.

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4.3 out of 5 stars
4.3 out of 5
119 global ratings

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Oldreader
5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting, fast read, looking forward to book 2.
Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2020
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I read a lot & tend to loose interest in many books because the storyline is either confusing, disorganized or the characters just don't come through. This book was a nonstop read, it kept my interest throughout & I've signed up for more emails to see when the author moves onto another book in the series.
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J. D. Andersen
4.0 out of 5 stars Very Good Crime Thriller
Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2020
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I totally enjoy crime caper books. This one is based on an actual crime that took place in Cannes in 2013.

The protagonist leads a double life. World class jewel thief and vintner in the Napa Valley. He turns down a job that he thinks is too high profile as it violates his basic rules. He soon learns that there is no honor among thieves.

Well worth the read if this genre is on your list. The author, however, should learn about Glocks if he is going to have a character use them. No hammer or external safety.
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Marilyn Leonard
5.0 out of 5 stars A thief to clap for
Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2022
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I really really liked this book and this new author in my list of authors. When I find an author I appreciate and a story that is entertaining and exciting as well, I tend to read all I can from him pen. I am into the third book of the Gentleman Jack series and have not been disappointed. He is a scoundrel but one that you hope and pray he gets out of his latest scrape. You are also hoping to see the detective in this series fail. She is a "dog with a bone" and won't leave Jack alone (if that is his real name).........! Get this one and more if you want a really good read!
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Dennis W.
4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting characters and story progression.
Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2020
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Nelson has a good imagination and it shows in his writing. He would be well advised to have his fiction copy edited at a minimum. Lot's of grammatical issues and some confusion with identities of characters. On the whole a fun read.
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Patti
5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent series!
Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2022
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I’m really enjoying the Gentleman Jack Burdette character created by Dale M. Nelson. The suspense and intrigue start on the first page and don’t let up until the end. From jewelry theft to running a vineyard, to betrayal by an old friend and being chased by the FBI, I’m surprised Jack knows which way is up. If you love a story with plenty of non-stop action, excitement and suspense, you’ll love this one.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Interesting story
Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2021
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I like the main character,Jack. He was a jewel thief with principles and style . However, I felt the story needed better editing and the final part with the FBI and etc. . didn't add to the overall novella. Good read but not great.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Story
Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2022
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All well written, complex plot and well executed. Never got lost at always stayed engaged. Looking to #2. Keep up the good work
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Al
4.0 out of 5 stars Adventurous
Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2020
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Well written easy read
Fast moving with several twists to keep you reading looking forward to the next one in the series
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Kindle Customer
4.0 out of 5 stars I Really Enjoyed this
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 4, 2022
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It makes such a difference from the standard whodunit murder mystery crime stories. Its really clever how the author compels you to stay with the main character throughout all the problems he has to work out. I don't think I've ever wanted such an obvious criminal to get away with the crime he's committed so much. Why not 5 stars? Just a few too many obvious plot turns to allow the story to develop. And if you're reading on Kindle too many noticeable typos. But a solid 4.7
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